Fall 2027 Co-op - R&D Coffee Process Engineer As a Fall 2027 Co-op - R&D Coffee Process Engineer at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) in our Burlington, MA headquarters, you will get to improve the coffee manufacturing process and work directly on developing products enjoyed by millions of Americans. This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit.
Schedule: The KDP Fall 2027 Co-op program runs from July 12th – December 10th, 2027.
Location:
Burlington, MA Full-time; 40 hours per week Monday-Friday 8:00am until 5:00pm Hybrid. As an R&D Coffee Process Engineer co-op, you will: Learn about the process of making coffee from harvest to brewing Understand and work on the manufacturing process and equipment utilized to create K-cups and other coffee products Get hands-on with development of products including roasting and tasting Work with fellow R&D scientists and engineers to create and execute lab, pilot, and full-scale manufacturing experiments to support coffee product development and process improvement Apply and develop technical skills for statistical analysis, food science, chemistry, physics, and more Elements of the KDP 2027 Co-op Program include: Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a fast paced, cross functional team environment Receive mentor support for your professional development Participate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presenting Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department, and senior leaders to highlight your project work and impact on the business
Total Rewards:
$31/hr Paid bi-weekly$5,000 sign-on bonus paid within first 30 days of employment
Requirements:- Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full-time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in food science, engineering (chemical, mechanical, etc.), or other related scientific fields
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines
- Strong communication skills including excellent listening, writing, and verbal abilities
- Ability to work cross-functionally, be independently driven, and adapt to changes
- Understanding of experimental design and execution
Competence with Microsoft Office Suite (Powerpoint, Excel, Word, etc.)Passion for coffee and learning!
Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper, Canada Dry, Mott's, A&W, Peñafiel, GHOST, 7UP, Snapple, Clamato and Core Hydration. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig single-serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet's, L'OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.
